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Offer of one day free of the daily time and mileage charges on an intermediate (group C) through a full-size four-door (group E) car. Taxes, concession recovery fee, customer facility charges ($10/contract in CA) and fuel charges are extra. Optional items such as LDW and other surcharges may apply and are extra. Offer valid on minimum three-day rental. The renter is responsible for any additional time and mileage charges over one day. Coupon cannot be used for one-way rentals. One coupon per rental. Offer may not be used in conjunction with any other coupon, promotion or offer. Coupon valid at Avis locations in the contiguous U.S. (excluding the New York Metro area). Holiday and other blackout periods may apply. If a rental begins during a blackout period, the whole rental is blacked out and does not qualify for use of coupon. An advanced reservation is required. Customer must provide profile number associated with the coupon. Reservation must be cancelled by rental date, or coupon will be used. Offer subject to vehicle availability at time of reservation and may not be available on some rates at some times. For reservations made on Avis.com, free day will be applied at time of rental. Avis reserves the right to alter the terms and conditions and use of coupons. Avis reserves the right to refuse or expire coupons at any time without prior notification. Coupons cannot be applied to completed rentals. Renter must meet Avis age, driver and credit requirements. Minimum age may vary by location. An additional daily surcharge may apply for renters under 25 years old. Rental must begin on or before 12/31/25.
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Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF)
Address:
6520 McNair Circle,
Sacramento,
CA,
95837,
United States
Phone:
(1) 916-922-5601
Hours of Operation:
Sun - Sat 6:00 AM - 12:00 AM
If flying in, shuttle to both the rental counter and car lot.
Pick-up Service Available
To use our free pick-up service, call your rental location directly at the location phone number listed on your reservation confirmation. Pick-up service policies (hours of availability, allowable pick-up distance, etc.) vary by location so it's important that you call the location and make arrangements for pick-up at least 24 hours before your desired rental time. When you call the location, be ready to provide all applicable information including precise address, exact time of pick up, and a phone number where you can be reached at that time.
Please note that an off-airport Avis location cannot pick you up at an airport that has a Avis location. In this case, either you must rent your car at the airport location, or provide your own transportation to the off-airport location where you prefer to rent
Where is Avis at Sacramento International Airport?
Sacramento Airport Car Rental Information
Sacramento International Airport is a convenient place to rent a car. The airport is just a few hours away from big cities, including San Francisco and San Jose, and from peaceful wilderness, like Lake Tahoe and El Dorado National Forest. Grab your favorite SMF car rental and begin exploring the wide variety of activities near Sacramento.
Sacramento Airport Rental Car Return
Looking for Sacramento airport rental car return and pickup from Avis? Both rental actions happen at the same places. As you enter the Sacramento airport campus, follow the Rental Car Return signs. When you reach the rental car facility, follow signs for Avis.
How old do you need to be to rent a car in Sacramento, CA?
Renters under the age of 25 will have to pay an underage surcharge. Underage renters are also prohibited from renting certain types of vehicles. On your next trip get a Sacramento airport car rental for a relaxed journey.
What is the best kind of car to rent in Sacramento?
Renting an SUV is a great idea if you’ll be visiting nearby Lake Tahoe. For those staying in the city or heading west to the coast, you might enjoy the warm weather and beautiful beaches better from a convertible. But whatever your need, you are sure to find the best car for your trip in our wide selection at the SMF car rental.
Passenger Van Rental
Whether you’re here on business with a group of coworkers or you brought all your friends to the Sacramento Food Truck Festival, you’ll need all the space you can get. Avis passenger van rentals come in 12- and 15-passenger sizes to accommodate your group.
Minivan Rental
Renting a minivan is a great idea if you’re traveling with kids. There are many family-friendly activities within a 30-minute drive from the airport, so grab a Honda Odyssey or a Nissan Quest to go to Fairytale Town, Funderland Park, and other places the kids will love.
SUV Rental
If you love the outdoors, you’ll love our selection of premium SUVs. Choose from the Ford Escape, Ford Explorer, Chevrolet Tahoe, and more to stay comfortable on your drive to Lake Tahoe and other California outdoor wonders from SMF car rental.
Long-term Car Rental
A Sacramento airport car rental with a long-term, monthly contract is the best option for you if you’ll be staying here for more than a few weeks. A monthly car rental gets lower rates the longer you rent.
Convertible Car Rental
You deserve a luxury car rental during your Sacramento vacation. Whether you’re heading west to the many beaches or hitting the Badlands Dance Club, you’ll need a convertible rental for an unforgettable experience. Choose from Camaros, Mustangs, and more.
Sacramento International Airport Travel FAQs
Yes. The Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is the main airport in Sacramento. There is also a smaller airport near the downtown area offering limited flights, primarily used for business and private travel. If you’re searching for an Avis location downtown or elsewhere in Sacramento, Avis has your back. (Source)
SMF stands for “Sacramento Metropolitan Field,” the previous airport’s name before it was moved to its current location in 1967. While the airport’s name was changed to Sacramento Metropolitan Airport (and later renamed to Sacramento International Airport), the airport kept the original designated airport code for continuity and simplicity. (Source)
Yes. While the terminals are in separate buildings, it takes about 10 minutes to walk between Terminals A and B. Alternatively, you can travel between terminals using the free airport shuttle service that departs every 10 minutes near the baggage claim area on the ground level. (Source)
Yes. The Sacramento International Airport is a large airport, serving millions of passengers annually. In 2022, more than 12 million passengers passed through SMF. (Source)
No, Sacramento, CA, does not have a beach. The closest beaches are about an hour and a half away in the San Francisco Bay area. If you decide to make the trip to the Pacific Coast, Avis is here to help you find the perfect vehicle for your trip’s itinerary, including fuel-efficient models to help you save more on fuel on trips to the beach. (Source)
Pick-up Service Available
To use our free pick-up service, call your rental location directly at the location phone number listed on your reservation confirmation. Pick-up service policies (hours of availability, allowable pick-up distance, etc.) vary by location so it's important that you call the location and make arrangements for pick-up at least 24 hours before your desired rental time. When you call the location, be ready to provide all applicable information including precise address, exact time of pick up, and a phone number where you can be reached at that time.
Please note that an off-airport Avis location cannot pick you up at an airport that has a Avis location. In this case, either you must rent your car at the airport location, or provide your own transportation to the off-airport location where you prefer to rent